May weather forecast
Guinea Grass, Belize

As Guinea Grass makes its way into May, the pendulum swings back to more wet atmospheric conditions. The rainfall quantities make a significant surge marking May as the transition into the wetter part of the year. Additionally, the rise in relative humidity further instills the dominance of the impending wet season. Daylight and sunshine hours peak in May, making it the brightest month of the year. Despite the significant increment in rainfall, the wind speed remains quite consistent, ensuring a comforting balance between the oncoming rain and the prevalent warmth.

Temperature

The arrival of May marks a slight shift to an average high-temperature of a still hot 30.5°C (86.9°F) from April's 30.3°C (86.5°F). Guinea Grass, during the nights of May, experiences an average temperature drop to a warm 25.3°C (77.5°F).

Heat index

The heat index value during May is appraised at a fiery hot 39°C (102.2°F). Adopt extra preventive measures, the occurrence of heat cramps and heat exhaustion is likely. Heatstroke may follow extended activity.
Remember that heat index calculations are made for conditions in the shade with light wind. Exposure to unobstructed sunshine could lead to an increase in the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'real feel', marries air temperature and humidity to produce a value illustrating perceived warmth. One's perception of temperature is subjective, varying based on their activity and individual heat perception, influenced by factors like wind, clothing, and metabolic variations. Keep it in mind, direct sunlight can augment the heat you experience, possibly pushing the heat index up by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are extremely vital to babies and toddlers. Juveniles are regularly less conscious of the need to recuperate and rehydrate. Thirst is a tardy symptom of dehydration - hydration, especially during lengthy physical activities, should be maintained.
As a reaction to high temperatures, the human body begins to perspire, using the evaporation of sweat to lower its temperature. With an abundance of moisture present in the air, the process of evaporation becomes less effective, and the body fails to cool down as it should, leading to the sensation of overheating. When body temperature rises due to an imbalance in heat gain, there's a potential for dehydration and overheating.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in May is 79%.

Rainfall

In Guinea Grass, during May, the rain falls for 20.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 95mm (3.74") of precipitation. In Guinea Grass, Belize, during the entire year, the rain falls for 262.3 days and collects up to 1335mm (52.56") of precipitation.

Daylight

The average length of the day in May in Guinea Grass is 12h and 59min.
On the first day of May in Guinea Grass, sunrise is at 05:27 and sunset at 18:15. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 05:18 and sunset at 18:26 CST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in May in Guinea Grass is 9.9h.

UV index

March through July and September, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index, 7 in May, converts into the following recommendations:
Skirt overexposure. People with light complexions might get scorched in under 20 minutes. It's important to stay in the shade and limit exposure to the sun from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., when UV radiation is most intense, although remember that shade structures may not provide full sun protection. Counter UV radiation's ill effects with clothing designed for sun safety and UV-resistant eyewear.